Sunday, November 4, 2012

Circuit Bent PSS-140 V2

I am currently in the process of finishing up a bend on a YAMAHA PSS-140 keyboard.  This will include the data line mod, added capability of mixing data lines, filter and LFO.  Pictures to follow in the coming days.

I also got my hands on a CASI SK-1, so this too will get the FrankenMusik treatment!


Stay tuned!!
-FrankenMusik

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Friday, October 19, 2012

Hex Box V3

I could not resist the urge to transform this vintage volt/amp meter into a unique one of a kind instrument.  Based on my previous circuits, this Hex Box is the latest version.  I was able to use all of the existing construction of this meter without many physical changes, most notable is the power input and audio output jacks.  Circuit is based around the CD40106 IC, running with 4 oscillators configured into two pairs.







I decided not to repaint this and keep the original patina.  The meter is connected to the power side of the circuit and reads the current draw.  However, due to the range of the analog meter, the readings are not accurate, but it gives a nice effect.  Unit is complete with power LED, on/off switch and volume control.

Videos to be posted soon.

Friday, September 14, 2012

Hex Drone Box/Delay

Video showing with working 40106 based synthesizer unit.


Hex Drone/Delay Box

Pictures of the latest creation.  Runs with 4 oscillators (wired as two pairs), volume control, 1/4" output jack, standard 2.1mm 9VDC supply power (low mA draw). Delay is outfitted with a delay time control and also a repeat control.

Together, both circuits complement each other and endless drones and textures are created.  I will post a video later.





The industrial finish makes for a nice clean look, I will change the hardware soon.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Pictures of the latest creation.  Runs with 4 oscillators (wired as two pairs), volume control, 1/4" output jack, standard 2.1mm 9VDC supply power (low mA draw). Delay is outfitted with a delay time control and also a repeat control. 

Together, both circuits complement each other and endless drones and textures are created.  I will post a video later.





The industrial finish makes for a nice clean look, I will change the hardware soon.

Monday, September 10, 2012

Hex Drone Box/Delay

Well, it's finally finished.  I combined my hex drone circuit with the delay circuit of a PT2399 IC.  I will post videos and pictures shortly.

4 oscillators, delay and repeat controls too.  Amazing sound from this hand held/table top device.

Stay tuned!!